Jan. 16, 1938 — May 15, 2026

William “Bill” John Kusner, 88, died on May 15 in Sedona.

Kudner is survived by his wife of 59 years, Justine; his daughter, Ruth Potts; son in law, Michael Potts; and grandson, Luke Potts; as well as son, Jon Kusner; daughter in law, Anne Brahic; and granddaughter Lucie Kusner. He is preceded in death by his parents, Frances and John Kusner; and his sister, Janet Kusner.

Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, June 26, at 10 a.m. at St. John Vianney Roman Catholic Church, 180 St. John Vianney Lane, followed by a reception in the church hall. Burial at the Sedona Community Cemetery will be private.

In lieu of flowers, make a donation to Friends of the Forest or Keep Sedona Beautiful.